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Coconut Drops

Ultimate Coconut Drops: Soft, Chewy Delights to Savor

These Coconut Drops are soft, chewy treats perfect for any gathering, easily customizable to please everyone.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 drops
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Coconut Base
  • 2 cups Shredded Coconut Provides coconut flavor and texture
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Adds sweetness and binds ingredients
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Essential for structure
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavening agent for texture
Flavor Enhancements
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
Optional Mix-ins
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Use pecans or walnuts for crunch
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet or dark for contrast

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowls
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheets
  • spatula
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Prep Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, shredded coconut, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until combined.
  5. If desired, fold in optional mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
  6. Scoop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown; centers should be soft.
  8. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dropCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Customize with nuts or chocolate chips for added texture. Store in an airtight container to retain softness.

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